Zadok Yohanna, a 17-year-old Nigerian football prodigy currently playing for Swedish giants AIK Stockholm, has become the center of a fierce bidding war between two English Premier League clubs: Brighton & Hove Albion and Newcastle United.
Transfer Details:
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Age | 17 years old |
| Position | Forward / Winger |
| Current Club | AIK Stockholm (Sweden) |
| Bid Amount | Approximately ₦48 billion (£48 million) |
| Interested Clubs | Brighton & Newcastle United |
| National Team | Already called up to Nigeria senior squad |
Yohanna is described as a “teen wonder” who has already earned a senior call-up to the Super Eagles — a rare achievement for someone so young. His exceptional speed, technical skills, and goal-scoring ability have drawn comparisons to some of Africa’s greatest talents.
Brighton is reportedly planning to make Yohanna a replacement for current Super Eagles invitee who will miss the opportunity, while Newcastle sees him as a long-term investment for their attack.
This potential transfer would mark one of the biggest Nigerian youth exports to the Premier League in recent years, continuing Nigeria’s tradition of producing world-class football talent.